This recipe for Italian Sausage and Peppers is super easy. The combination of sausage, peppers, onions and Italian seasoning is going to make this meal a keeper.
It is a perfect weeknight dinner that is so satisfying. What a great meal to make if you are looking to impress your guest. Make a large tray for a party and it is sure to be a hit! Having a big party make a tray of my Chicken Marsala too!
You can feel good about serving this meal to your family—it’s both healthy and satisfying. Sausage and peppers are an Italian-American classic, delicious on a hoagie roll or enjoyed on their own. Pair it with a fresh green salad for an extra healthy touch.
Ingredients Needed:
You don’t need a lot of ingredients to make this recipe. Here’s what to put on your grocery list:
Italian Sausage: Sweet Italian sausage is a perfect choice. If you want a little heat, use hot Italian sausage. To make it a little healthier you can use chicken sausage.
Bell Peppers: Chose any color of bell peppers you like. Use a combination to make it more flavorful and colorful.
Onion: Yellow onion
Garlic: 4 cloves of fresh garlic
Spices: dried oregano, basil, salt and pepper, red pepper flakes (optional)
Helpful Kitchen Tools:
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Rectangular Roaster, 5.25 qt. (11.7Vidalia Chop Wizard, Vegetable and Fruit Chopper with 2 Cup Base, Stainless Steel Blades, Dishwasher Safe
ZWILLING PROFESSIONAL S 8-INCH, CHEF’S KNIFE
OXO Steel Silicone Cooking Spoon
Bamboo Wood Cutting Board for Kitchen, 1
Step by Step Instructions to make Sausage and Peppers.
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Heat things up: Preheat your oven to 400°F.
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Brown the sausage: In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil and toss in your sausage. Let it brown on all sides for about 5 minutes — don’t worry if it’s not cooked all the way through yet.
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Slice it up: Take the sausage out and cut it into 1-inch pieces.
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Prep the veggies: Slice your peppers and onions so the pieces are about the same size — this helps them cook evenly.
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Season time: Toss the peppers and onions in a baking pan with a little olive oil and your favorite seasonings. Give it a good stir so everything is coated.
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Mix it all together: Add the sausage back to the pan and stir so it’s all combined.
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Bake away: Pop it in the oven for about 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the peppers and onions are soft and delicious.
What to Serve With Italian Sausage and Peppers
Serve the sausage and peppers on a hoagie roll, or serve on top of pasta or rice for a complete meal. If you like to keep it on the healthier side pair it with some sauteed veggies or a tomato salad.
How to Store Sausage and Peppers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. You can reheat in the microwave, oven or on the stove.
Can You Freeze Sausage and Peppers?
Yes, you can freeze sausage and peppers. Allow to cool, then put it into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to three months.
PrintItalian Sausage and Peppers
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian American
Ingredients
6 – sweet or hot Italian sausage links
3 – bell peppers, sliced.
1 – large onion, sliced
4 – tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
4 – cloves of garlic, minced.
1 – teaspoon dried oregano
1 – teaspoon dried basil
1/2 – teaspoon of crushed red pepper (optional)
1/2 – teaspoon ground black pepper
1 – teaspoon salt
Instructions
1 – Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2 – In a skillet add one tablespoon of olive oil. Brown the sausage on all sides, about 5 minutes. They will not be completely cooked at this time.
3 – Remove the sausage and cut into 1-inch pieces.
4 – Cut up your peppers and onion into same size slices so they will cook evenly.
5 – Add your peppers and onions to a baking pan. Add olive oil and all the seasonings, stir to coat.
6 – Add in the cut-up sausage to the peppers and onion. Mix.
7 – Cook for 30 minutes, stirring every ten minutes. Cook until peppers and onions are soft.
